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1883 Italianate – Hartford City, IN

6/6/19 25 Comments
Posted on OHD: 6/6/19. Last OHD Update: 7/25/22.
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507 S Walnut St, Hartford City, IN 47348

John P.A. Leonard built this home in 1883, a large 2 story brick Italanate Victorian home in a grove of mature Walnut, Oak & Hickory trees. The large wrap around porch completes the exterior of the home and an ornate cast iron fence borders 2 sides of the property. The landscaping is exquisite. The exterior is a show stopper for sure. This owner, only the 3rd owning this home, has made many improvements taking care to keep the style as original as possible. Some newer windows, wiring, kitchen cabinetry, counters & stainless appliances. The heating is Gas Boiler heating w/ the original radiators in excellent condition! Throughout the home the ornate fireplaces boast hand painted slate, some work and some are gas. The main level offers a 2 part parlor w/wood pillars and striking original woodwork. Also, on main level a large bedroom w/full bath access , formal dining room w/original built in china cabinetry, butler buzzer, main kitchen & summer kitchen w/ 2 - 5 x 15 walk in closets. Basement has access from cellar door and under bathroom floor. (seller believes it was a possible underground railroad access ) The upper level offers 3 more large bedroom w/ walk in closets, a parlor and 2 full baths. The garage is accessible from the main kitchen or summer kitchen and is sure to please w/one stall tall enough for RV or truck and the other stall is oversized w/overhead storage and workspace plus room for your vehicles! You must see this breathtaking home , you will want to make it your own.
4 Bed ∙ 3 Bath ∙ 3,722 Sq Ft ∙ 1.19 Ac.
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